Let’s not allow our democracy to be undermined

Before the distressing shock of this 2016 presidential election wears off, let us ponder what exactly is happening in our country.

Are we going to allow this undermining of democracy, of a just and compassionate society, of our precious constitutional guarantees, including the separation of powers? Will we succumb to a new authoritarianism, “reality” heroworship, another Il Duce? Dare we, rather, resist this evil with every thought, word and deed we can muster, committing ourselves to defend our beloved nation with liberty and justice and decency for all? Martin Deppe, Ravenswood Manor

Obama’s boost to nature

The incoming Republican president and Congress have been unfairly maligning President Barack Obama’s regulations. Many of his regulations have protected endangered species, wildlife habitats, forests, marine havens, wetlands, ecosystems and biodiversity as a means to protect nature and to reduce global warming. These laudable policies merit commendation and long overdue bipartisan appreciation! Brien Comerford, Glenview

On Charen’s side this time

Odd. I don’t disagree with Mona Charen’s column about media coverage of Castro’s Cuba. Something’s different . . . oh, I see — she didn’t blame anything on the Clintons, President Obama, or or any other powerful Democrat. Strange days, indeed. Tony Galati, Lemont